All about the Installation of your Laundry Center TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S Important Safety Instructions......................2 Installation Instructions............................ 14 Installation Requirements...........................4 Accessories and Replacement Parts........... 20 Unpacking Laundry Center........................ 13 www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352 A11270803 (February 2019) www.frigidaire.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Save these instructions. WARNING - RISK OF FIRE • Ensure the entire dryer exhaust system is clean and free of lint and debris prior to the installation of your new laundry center. The entire exhaust system should be inspected and cleaned a minimum of every 18 months with normal usage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For your Safety Child Safety • DO NOT store or use gasoline, or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Read product labels for warnings regarding flammability and other hazards. • DO NOT operate the appliance in the presence of explosive fumes. • Remove all staples from the carton. Staples can cause severe cuts, and also destroy finishes if they come in contact with other appliances or furniture.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Pre-Installation Requirements Tools and materials needed for installation: • Adjustable pliers • Phillips, straight, & square bit screwdrivers • Adjustable wrench • Pipe wrench for gas supply (gas dryer) • LP-resistant thread tape (for natural gas or LP supply, gas dryer) • Carpenter’s level • External vent hood • 4-inch (102 mm), rigid metal or semirigid metal exhaust duct work • 3-wire or 4-wire 240 volt cord kit (electric dryer) • 4 in.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS or closed loop connectors and marked for use with clothes dryers. For 3-wire cord connection instructions see ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS FOR A 3-WIRE SYSTEM.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Water supply requirements Exhaust system requirements Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed within 42 inches (107 cm) of your washer’s water inlet. The faucets MUST be 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) with threading for laundry hose connection. Water pressure MUST be between 10 psi (0.69 bars) and 120 psi (8.27 bars). Pressure difference between hot and cold cannot be more than 10 psi. Your water department can advise you of your water pressure.
Correct INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS WARNING Incorrect WARNING FIRE HAZARD A clothes dryer must be exhausted outdoors. DO NOT exhaust dryer into a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, an attic, a crawl space or any concealed space of a building. A clothes dryer produces combustible lint. If the dryer is not exhausted outdoors, some fine lint will be expelled into the laundry area. An accumulation of lint in any area of the home can create a health and fire hazard. The dryer must be connected to an exhaust outdoors.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS WARNING FIRE HAZARD • DO NOT install flexible plastic or flexible foil venting material. • If installing semi-rigid venting, DO NOT exceed 8 ft. (2.4 m) duct length WARNING FIRE HAZARD • Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury, death, or property damage. • DO NOT install a booster fan in dryer exhaust duct. • Install all clothes dryers in accordance with the installation instructions in this manual.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS An exhaust hood positioned to line up with the dryer exhaust can be installed directly through the outside wall. To exhaust to the side or down, add an 8 inch (20.3 cm) length of standard 4 inch (102 mm) diameter duct and a 90° elbow. To exhaust up, add an 11 inch (28 cm) length of standard 4 inch (102 mm) diameter duct and a 90° elbow. The unit will be positioned about 4.5 inches (11.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Clearance requirements Laundry Center Dimensions MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES Inches (cm) SIDES REAR TOP Front view FRONT Alcove 0” (0 cm) 0” (0 cm) 1” (2.5 cm) Closet 0” (0 cm) 0” (0 cm) 1” 1” (2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) gas supply pipe on rear of gas unit 17.6" (45 cm) n/a 77" (196.5 cm) WARNING drain hoseretention clips on rear of washer2 EXPLOSION HAZARD DO NOT install the laundry center where gasoline or other flammables are kept or stored.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Electrical installation The following are specific requirements for proper and safe electrical installation of your dryer. Failure to follow these instructions can create electrical shock and/or a fire hazard WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD • This appliance MUST be properly grounded. Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not properly grounded. Follow the instructions in this manual for proper grounding. • DO NOT use an extension cord with this dryer.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Grounding requirements Electric dryer (Canada) WARNING Improper grounding of the laundry center may cause serious injury or death. Check with a licensed electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: 1. The laundry center MUST be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electrical shock by a path of least resistance for electrical current. 2.
UNPACKING LAUNDRY CENTER Unpacking Instructions 4. Carefully lower the laundry center to an upright position and remove the tape holding the lid shut. Remove the foam tub block, all foam inserts, and other tub contents. IMPORTANT To prevent vibration, possible machine damage and maximize performance, the following steps must be completed. 1. If foam tub block has been removed, reinsert it now and tape the lid securely. 2.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Gas connection 1. Remove the shipping cap from gas pipe at the rear of the dryer. IMPORTANT DO NOT connect the dryer to L.P. gas service without converting the gas valve. An L.P. conversion kit must be installed by a qualified gas technician. 2. Connect a 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) I.D. semi-rigid or approved pipe from gas supply line to the 3/8 inch (0.96 cm) pipe located on the back of the dryer. Use a 1/2 inch to 3/8 inch (1.27 cm to 0.96 cm) reducer for the connection.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electrical connection (non-Canada) - 3 wire cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) DO NOT remove internal ground in a 3-wire system!! Neutral terminal WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Failure to disconnect power source before servicing could result in personal injury or even death. 1. Turn off power supply to outlet. 2. Remove the screw securing the terminal block access cover on the back of the dryer. 3.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electrical connection (non-Canada) - 4 wire cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Failure to disconnect power source before servicing could result in personal injury or even death. 1. Turn off power supply to outlet. 2. Remove the screw securing the terminal block access cover on the back of the dryer. 3.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Leveling your laundry center Excessive noise and vibration can be prevented by properly leveling the laundry center. 1. With the laundry center within 4 feet (1 m) of its final location, place a level on top of the washer lid. 2. Use adjustable pliers to adjust the leveling legs so the laundry center is level front-to-rear and side-to-side, and stable corner-tocorner. Rubber Washers Must Be Present USE ONLY NEW HOSES NOTE Hoses are not included with laundry center purchase.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Connecting vent 1. Remove the two screws securing the dryer front access panel to the dryer cabinet. Lift the panel until the tabs can be disengaged from the cabinet, remove the panel and set aside. 4. Carefully slide the laundry center to its final position. Recheck for level and rock corners for stability. Screws Connecting drain and electrical 2. Connect the exhaust duct to the outside exhaust system. Use of a 4” (10.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT Check to ensure the power is off at a circuit breaker/fuse box before plugging the power cord into an outlet. 6. If you have any questions during initial operation, please review the “Avoid Service Checklist” in your Use & Care Guide before calling for service. 7. Place these instructions in a location near the appliance for future reference. 2. Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet WARNING Improper grounding of the dryer may cause serious injury or death.
ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS Accessories Replacement parts: LP CONVERSION KIT P/N PCK3100 Gas dryers intended for use in a location supplied with LP must use a conversion kit prior to installation. If replacements parts are needed for your laundry center, contact the source where you purchased your laundry center or refer to your Use and Care Guide for more information. MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION KIT P/N 137067200 Installation in a mobile home requires the use of a MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION KIT.
